In trying to defend himself from the never-ending “super team” criticism, Suns star Kevin Durant accidentally dissed a young, up-and-coming NBA prospect. Any Kevin Durant trade in NBA history has always rocked the boat, and his shocking move to the Phoenix Suns is no different. The former Brooklyn Nets star was shipped to the Suns
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Kevin Durant made his long-awaited debut with the Phoenix Suns in a win over Charlotte. Even in limited minutes, the stats show the West should be worried. It’s been about a month since Kevin Durant was traded to the Phoenix Suns ahead of the deadline but Wednesday in Charlotte was the first time that we’ve seen
A difficult year has finally ended Kevin Love’s time with the Cavs. Once his buyout is finalized, which playoff teams could use him the most? A year ago, heading into the All-Star Break, Kevin Love was in the midst of a career renaissance — averaging 14.3 points, 7.1 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game off
Feb 10, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) against Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports With All-Star weekend in the rearview mirror, it’s a perfect time to reevaluate every NBA team’s standing in the title race. NBA All-Star weekend has officially
Ja Morant has been nothing but confident about the Grizzlies this season. The Kevin Durant trade has him sounding only slightly less confident. Ja Morant once said that he was “fine in the west” when it comes to his Memphis Grizzlies and the NBA Playoffs. Now that Kevin Durant has arrived in the Western Conference,
When will Kevin Durant come back from injury? How will this impact the Suns’ chances of getting homecourt advantage for the playoffs? According to the Arizona Republic, Kevin Durant isn’t expected back from his MCL right sprain until after the All-Star break. The break which begins Thursday is the first checkpoint for when the All-NBA player
For the past two weeks, Super Bowl preparations have transformed Phoenix. Devin Booker is ready to get his city back. Hosting the Super Bowl is a big deal for a city. It brings hundreds of thousands of visitors and fans, countless media members and the slew of associated events fill every available venue and hotel
In NBA news today, it turns out Kevin Durant picked Phoenix, a newly traded player trolled his former team and another sad development for Ben Simmons. Kevin Durant asked to be traded to the Phoenix Suns In what seems to be predictable development, it has been reported that Kevin Durant picked the Phoenix as the
Terrence Ross just become the best player on the buyout market after being waived by the Magic. What can this veteran contribute? What teams will be interested in the wing-man? According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, Terrence Ross has been waived by the Orlando Magic. While Ross is still a solid three-and-D player, he is an aging
One of the biggest pieces expected to move during the NBA trade season will have an increased price after the Kevin Durant trade, according to NBA rumors The Brooklyn Nets and the arms race in the Western Conference, so far, are the two main characters of the NBA trade deadline. If NBA rumors tell us
Before the Phoenix Suns landed Kevin Durant, they were considering a three-team trade that would have returned them John Collins according to NBA rumors. By the time the early hours of Thursday morning hit, the Phoenix Suns pulled off a blockbuster deal that places them definitively as one of the favorites to represent the Western
Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant. (Michael Laughlin-USA TODAY Sports)) Patrick Mahomes gives Chiefs fans the perfect promise by Scott Rogust The Nets just got done trading Kyrie Irving to the Mavericks but teams are still circling around their other star Kevin Durant in hopes of another trade. The Nets became the main character of the
Jan 8, 2023; Miami, Florida, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (7) warms up before playing the Miami Heat at FTX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Michael Laughlin-USA TODAY Sports While the Suns had all the assets to make a good offer for Kyrie Irving, his trade to Dallas frees them to pursue a better fit. With
Oct 21, 2022; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (7) dribble with the ball defended by Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) during the third quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-USA TODAY Sports Kevin Durant requested a trade from the Nets this offseason but eventually backed off. With Kyrie Irving’s
Three teams stand out in the Kyrie Irving chase, as the Nets guard requested a trade on Friday. According to Shams, The Lakers, Mavericks, and Suns are the three teams that are leading the Irving trade chase. While Irving prefers to play for the Lakers, it seems like his main goal is to get a
Chris Paul and Kyrie Irving. (Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) How can the Dallas Mavericks trade for Kyrie Irving? by Kristen Wong With Kyrie Irving requesting a trade out of Brooklyn, the Suns have already been named a potential landing spot. Is a swap with Chris Paul on the cards? The Kyrie Irving saga in Brooklyn
Jae Crowder to the Milwaukee Bucks has been mentioned in NBA trade rumors for months. Now it seems like it might actually happen. Shams Charania’s most recent mailbag included a number of notable NBA trade rumors, including a tease that Jae Crowder may finally be on the move. He reported that the Suns gave the Bucks
The Phoenix Suns are going to be shopping for help at the NBA Trade Deadline. They are also currently up for sale, which could complicate things. The Phoenix Suns have been heavily involved in trade rumors since early in the season when it was clear that Jae Crowder wanted out. A few different permutations of
Jae Crowder still has yet to be traded, despite not appearing in a single game for the Suns this year. The reason why was recently revealed. Early in the year, Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report suggested a trade moving Jae Crowder from the Suns to an unnamed team (in a three-team deal) was close to
Recent NBA trade rumors revealed the most likely fate for Jae Crowder, who has been on the trade block for several weeks now. The first meaningful trade of the NBA season often doesn’t happen until January, and that trade has an avalanche-inducing effect leading up to the trade deadline in February. This year, it seems
Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker revealed that Klay Thompson of the Golden State Warriors kept taunting him by saying “four rings” during the Oct. 25 game. On Tuesday night, the NBA had a huge Western Conference matchup on the schedule. The Phoenix Suns hosted the defending NBA champion Golden State Warriors. While the Suns got
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James disagrees with the NBA’s decision on Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver’s punishment. On Tuesday, Sept. 13, the NBA announced that Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver is suspended for one year, and will be fined $10 million following an investigation into the organization. The investigation occurred following a Nov. 2021
Mikal Bridges’ cryptic Tweets have us thinking about a Kevin Durant-Phoenix Suns trade. On Monday, the talk of the NBA world surrounded Kevin Durant after Shams Charania of The Athletic dropped a column with updates on virtually every team who has shown even a modicum of interest (subscription required) in trading for the Brooklyn Nets star.
Muggsy Bogues offers insight into his inner life in “Muggsy,” while Grant Hill contemplates what his NBA life could have been in “Game.” Muggsy Bogues is best known for being the shortest player in NBA history at just 5’3”. But that factoid has too often overshadowed everything else about his fascinating life. From his childhood
Deandre Ayton has signed the largest offer sheet in NBA history, courtesy of the Indiana Pacers. The Phoenix Suns have 48 hours to decide whether they’ll match. Per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, the Indiana Pacers signed Deandre Ayton for four years and $133 million. It is the largest offer sheet ever signed by an NBA restricted
Shaq brings love to his hometown of Newark, NJ by teaming up with IcyHot to refurbish local basketball courts through his Comebaq Courts program. Only the biggest NBA legends are known mononymously, which is why Newark native Shaquille O’Neal is known throughout the world simply as “Shaq.” Shaq’s name brings a gravitas to all that he
Thirty years ago this week, the Philadelphia 76ers traded Charles Barkley to the Phoenix Suns. How would things have changed if they never made that trade? Regardless of whether the Warriors win the Finals — as I write this, they are a game away — I do not care how this series defines Stephen Curry’s
Deandre Ayton, Phoenix Suns. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images) MLB rumors: 5 favorites to trade for Reds pitcher Luis Castillo by Tim Boyle Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton enters this NBA offseason as a restricted free agent. There is a chance Deandre Ayton has played his final game in a Phoenix Suns uniform. Because the Suns did
Minnesota Timberwolves shooting guard Anthony Edwards called out Chris Paul III and the Phoenix Suns for a disgraceful performance in Game 7. Last week, the Memphis Grizzlies reminded the Golden State Warriors that no game should be taken for granted — and trash-talking on the court can always come back with a bite. The Grizzlies
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